Binba Mayi!

Our Four-wheel Drive Tag-along Experience

What does "Tag-along" mean?

It means that you get to join us in the comfort of your own off-road vehicle. Your vehicle must have four wheel drive!

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Join us for an exciting half day of exploring Broome’s unique surrounding coastal mudflats, mangroves, and creeks.

You’ll be walking through intertidal areas, navigating the coastal landscape, and getting up close with nature. Expect plenty of walking as we track down and forage for local delicacies like mud crabs, mud shells, mangrove snails, stingrays, and fish.

Our Aboriginal guides will show you traditional foraging techniques, teach you about the local indigenous culture, and share their personal stories of the local areas along the way.

Once the hunt is over, you’ll enjoy a delicious feast featuring the fresh catch, including damper, bush honey and of course the catch of the day.

AN IMMERSIVE ON-COUNTRY INDIGENOUS EXPERIENCE!

Mangrove and Creek Foraging

Feast on your Catch

Unique Locations

The Meaning of "Binba Mayi"

"Binba refers to the intertidal coastal areas, and Mayi refers to a particular type of foods."

ITINERARY

The tour duration will vary between 2.5 to 5.5 hours, depending on the location and conditions for the day. Here’s a general outline of what to expect:

1. Drive to Foraging Location (30 mins - 1.5 hour)

Meet at the designated meeting point.

Drive to the selected coastal foraging site, with guides providing a safety briefing and an overview of the day's experience during the journey.

2. Hunting and Foraging (1 - 2 hours)

Arrive at the foraging site and begin exploring mudflats, mangroves, or creeks.

Guided by Yawuru hosts, search for binba mayi like mud crabs, shells, mangrove snails, stingrays, and fish while learning traditional techniques and cultural insights.

3. Feast and Cultural Sharing (45 mins - 1 hour)

Enjoy a freshly prepared feast right on site, featuring the day’s catch and traditional damper.

Guides will share stories, traditions, and sustainable foraging practices, offering a deeper cultural experience.

4. Return Drive (30 mins - 1.5 hour)

After the feast and packing up, drive back to the original meeting point, with time for questions and reflection on the day’s adventure.

Starting Point Broome Road Truck Stop - just east of the Broome Road and Cape Leveque turn-off roundabout

Tour Group, Days, Times & Duration We are currently accepting a maximum capacity of 15 Guest per event.

This tour is conducted on tide-particular days and runs for approxiamately half a day. Available tour days and times are displayed in our booking calendar. Press the "Book a Tour" button below and follow the booking process to see the booking calendar.

Alternative start times and group sizes are possible through Private Group Booking enquiries.

What to Expect
Join the Mabu Buru Tours family of traditional storytellers and hunters in a unique outdoor setting that was specifically chosen to make you feel welcomed and safe while learning about the Yawuru culture and foraging activities.

There will be an oppurtunity to ask questions to help further your learnings about our people, history and traditions.

What to Bring
This is an outdoor experience so please wear whatever you feel comfortable in while conducting coastal outdoor activities (in-closed footwear, long sleeve shirt, long pants, etc.). We will provide the mud boots!

We do suggest to wear whatever type of sun protection you like for your own health and safety.

Feel free to bring a towel and a change of clothes for your own convienience.

Don't forget your camera, an open mind and a sense of adventure!

Prices
Adult $160 ~ Child $55

*** Corporate and Private Group Bookings are possible by enquiry ***

Important Information

Our coastal foraging tours are designed to provide a flexible, enjoyable, and sustainable experience, immersing you into our saltwater lifestyle and rich natural landscape. Please note that the itinerary may vary based on factors such as tide levels, weather conditions, and the unique characteristics of the selected location for the day.

Where We Operate

All our tours are conducted exclusively within the Yawuru Conservation Estate, which includes the Yawuru Nagulagun Roebuck Bay Marine Park. These areas are renowned for their ecological significance and cultural heritage, offering a truly immersive experience while providing a better understanding of it's natural beauty and the traditional practices on the land and sea area of Broome's local indigenous people.

Licensing

While we are visiting some exclusive locations of which other tour operators are not allowed into, we operate under a strict Department for Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA) Commercial Operator's License, ensuring that our tours adhere to the highest standards of sustainability, cultural respect, and environmental responsibility. We are also fully insured for all of our on-country activities.

Our Commitment to Sustainability

To honor our sustainable take protocol, we:

Rotate between various locations to minimize environmental impact and preserve the resources and ecosystems at each site.

Plan tours based on seasonal availability of natural resources and cultural appropriateness.

Limit the frequency of tours to prioritize the health of the environment and provide a high-quality experience for participants.

Flexibility

As part of our commitment to safety and optimal conditions:

Tours are not conducted daily throughout the year.

Start times and durations are carefully adjusted to align with tides, weather conditions, and the needs of each location.

Why Choose Us?

When you join our coastal foraging tours, you embark on more than just an activity - you participate in a meaningful connection with the land and sea. Our tours are guided by cultural knowledge, respect for the environment, and a commitment to sustainability. With us, you’ll explore the wonders of the coastal areas of Broome while contributing to its preservation for future generations.